Animal Technician jobs in Durham, NC

Animal Technician provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being an Animal Technician monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. Follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Additionally, Animal Technician may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Animal Technician works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Animal technician
  • Adecco Medical & Science
  • Durham, NC FULL_TIME
  • Adecco Medical & Science is looking to hire a skilled Animal Technician role for Durham ,NC location .

    Shift hours - 7 am to 3pm (M- F), Alternative weekend.

    Pay - 20-21 / HR

    Animal Technician

    Job Summary :

    This individual will perform daily laboratory animal care duties including animal health monitoring, animal husbandry, and routing cleaning and sanitation.

    All work assignments will be performed accordance with SOP's and protocol instructions. Must maintain and demonstrate positive working relationships with co-workers, customers, be able to work independently to perform tasks, and have regular attendance.

    The essential duties and responsibilities :

    • Performs animal husbandry duties to maintain quality and health of research animals to include daily feed / water / enrichment, and cage or room cleaning as required.
    • Cleans assigned animal rooms, isolator environments, animal care equipment, and associated animal facility areas daily.
    • Maintains accurate records of animal health.
    • Assists with handling and manipulations as per SOP's and protocols.
    • Operates equipment and uses supplies according to safety guidelines, performs general housekeeping, and adheres to safety procedures.
    • Maintains required attendance level and adheres to work schedule in accordance with required staffing levels to ensure that assigned duties are completed.

    Weekend and holiday coverage is required on a rotation basis.

    • Maintains focus on animal welfare reporting all concerns to management and / or others as required.
    • Must ensure animal welfare guidelines are met, building, and equipment are maintained accordingly for internal IACUC inspections and maintenance of AAALAC accreditation.
    • Conducts all euthanasia as trained according to AVMA guidelines and completing all documentation.
    • Assists in maintaining and stocking inventory.
    • Takes the initiative to complete tasks and anticipates upcoming tasks.
    • Ability to work independently.
    • Pays attention to detail.

    Job Qualifications

    • Education - AA degree required
    • Experience - Lab Animal or agricultural experience desired

    Ability to lift up to 50lbs, roll heavy objects, use ladders, working conditions up to 90 degrees or down to freezing.

    Subject to objectionable odors, aerosols, dust, animal dander, and noise.

    Not allowed to own poultry or swine

    Multiple showers a day may be required for biocontainment, showering does include washing of hair.

    Work requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including Tyveks, hairnets, respirator or PAPR, gloves, safety glasses, provided uniforms, and shoes.

    Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan.

    Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law;

    any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

    Pay Details : $20.00 to $21.00 per hour

    Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan.

    Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

    In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

    https : / / www.adeccousa.com / candidate-privacy

    The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and / or security clearance requirements.

    Last updated : 2024-03-27

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Animal Care Technician
  • ncsu-sb
  • Raleigh, NC FULL_TIME
  • This position is responsible for the daily care of animals used in research and teaching. Duties may include but are not limited to:Performing basic animal husbandry on a wide variety of speciesRecord...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Small Animal Emergency Technician
  • ncsu-sb
  • Raleigh, NC FULL_TIME
  • This position provides technical assistance to the Small Animal Emergency Service (SAES) in the Randall B Terry Companion Animal Medical Center (TC). The individual will act as the patient care and se...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Temporary Animal Care Technician
  • Orange County Local Government NC
  • Chapel Hill, NC TEMPORARY
  • General Description The Orange County Animal Services Department has an opening for Temporary Animal Services Technicians. This is a Temporary position. The work involves performing skilled work in ca...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Animal Breeder Technician
  • Priority One Services, Inc
  • Durham, NC FULL_TIME
  • Title: Breeding Technician Certification: LAT Reports to: Assistant Project Manager/Module Supervisor Works closely with Colony Management Supervisor/Breeding Specialist Responsibilities include, but ...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Temporary Animal Care Technician
  • Orange County, NC
  • Hillsborough, NC TEMPORARY
  • General Description The Orange County Animal Services Department has an opening for Temporary Animal Services Technicians. This is a Temporary position. The work involves performing skilled work in ca...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Small Animal GH Veterinary Tech
  • North Carolina State University
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Duties include patient care, post-operative care, drug administration via PO, IM and IV. Procedures can include: IV cath...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinarian Assistant
  • Banfield Pet Hospital
  • Durham, NC
  • The Veterinary Assistant is a key member of the hospital team who supports and assists the veterinarians and veterinary ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Technician
  • Broadway Veterinary Hospital
  • Durham, NC
  • Outgoing and friendly personality that likes to interact with animal lovers? See a welcome challenge in helping pets hav...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Animal Care Attendant
  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Raleigh, NC
  • The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our loyal clientele and the high...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Receptionist
  • Mission Veterinary Partners
  • Morrisville, NC
  • Overview: Shiloh Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a Veterinary Receptionist to join our team! Job Summary: The Rec...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Internal Medicine Department
  • Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital of Durham
  • Durham, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician (RVT) Durham, NC Schedule: FT Hours – Tuesday-Fr...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Veterinary Technician - Oncology Department
  • Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital of Durham
  • Durham, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Registered Veterinary Technician (Specialty Training Provided) Durham, North Carolina HI...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Lead Emergency Veterinarian- Durham, North Carolina
  • Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital of Durham
  • Durham, NC
  • Job Description Job Description Triangle Veterinary Referral Hospital located in Durham and Holly Springs, NC is looking...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Durham is a city in and the county seat of Durham County in the U.S. state of North Carolina. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city's population to be 251,893 as of July 1, 2014, making it the 4th-most populous city in North Carolina, and the 78th-most populous city in the United States. Durham is the core of the four-county Durham-Chapel Hill Metropolitan Area, which has a population of 542,710 as of U.S. Census 2014 Population Estimates. The US Office of Management and Budget also includes Durham as a part of the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Combined Statistical Area, which has a populatio...
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Income Estimation for Animal Technician jobs
$38,317 to $44,316
Durham, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago